Ely Public School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Ely, Minnesota536 students · ely.k12.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 14, 2026
- 40 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 14
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 130
- 66 vendors
The 30-second brief
14 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ely Public School District's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Sep 14: Athletic Facility Project Update Provided to Board.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Rock Ridge for ely School Board Considers Alpine Skiing Agreement (No additional expense to the Ely School District, Oct 2026) and Ely Blue Line Inc for ely School Board Considers Ice Arena Contract Approval (Oct 2026).
14 pre-RFPs tracked at Ely Public School District. See all 14, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ely Public School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Ely Public School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ely Public School District buys from, taken from council records. 130 contracts with 66 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ely Public School District.
Questions about Ely Public School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Ely Public School District?
Ely Public School District currently works with 66 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 42 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Ely Public School District?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ely Public School District include Ely Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Ely Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Ely Public School District publish RFPs?
Ely Public School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Ely Public School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Ely Public School District?
At Ely Public School District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include High School, and Elementary School. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 42 decision-makers at Ely Public School District.
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What does Ely Public School District spend the most on?
Based on 134 tracked contracts, Ely Public School District spends most on Capital Projects (86), Grants (15), Information Technology (13), Professional Services (11), and Administration & Finance (9). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Ely Public School District's current vendors?
Ely Public School District currently works with vendors including ROCK RIDGE, ELY BLUE LINE INC, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA TWIN CITIES, VERMILION COUNTRY SCHOOL, MINNESOTA NORTH COLLEGE, SEH, KOLAR, and INFINITY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Ely Public School District working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Ely Public School District is actively discussing: Ely Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Ely Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Ely Public School District have?
Ely Public School District currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (86), Grants (15), and Information Technology (13). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.